In this episode it’s story time when film/tv creator Adhrucia and her team sit down with Jay Kogen, a 4x Emmy Winning writer and producer whose extensive career includes significant contributions to iconic shows like "The Simpsons," "Frasier," “Happily Divorced,” “George Lopez,” “Like Family,” “The Troop,” “Wendell & Vinnie,” “Henry Danger,” “School of Rock,” "Malcolm in the Middle,” and many more. Adhrucia and Jay discuss how Jay’s ability to navigate and excel in both animated and live-action sitcoms. They discuss how early family influences shaped his comedy, how he adapted his writing style to fit the distinct demands of these varied formats, and how his art imitates his life and vice versa. Kogen's work on "The Simpsons" helped shape the landscape of modern animated comedy.
Jay’s episodes are known for their humor, cultural relevance, and ability to resonate with both adults and children. We unpack his ability to create humor that transends ages. Additionally, Kogen's Emmy Award-winning work on "Frasier," showcased his prowess in character-driven comedy and situational humor. We discuss how he crafts memorable and relatable characters in sitcoms as he offers insights into the nuances of character development in comedy writing.
You can find more of Jay on his podcast “Don’t Be Alone with Jay Kogen”
This episode was powered in part by Little Black Tux- Tuxedos for Women!
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